Lemon-Lavender Doughnuts

This recipe makes a classic American-style yeast-risen doughnut, but without the hassle and mess of deep-frying. Lemon zest in the batter and lemon juice in the glaze combine to create a doughnut with a bright, sweet-tart, citrus flavor. Because lemon and lavender is one of my favorite combinations, I sprinkle just a few buds of lavender on top of the glazed doughnuts. If lemon is not your thing, you can omit it entirely and use milk and vanilla extract for the glaze.

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